Summary: Grants to support disadvantaged children and young people (up to and including 18 years old) who are affected by poverty, illness, neglect or have additional support needs.

Value notes:Typical awards range from £1,000 to £3,000 (more or less may be considered). Specific limits apply, including:

• • Clothing: up to £100 per child
  • Laptops/tablets: up to £400 per child
  • Therapy: up to six months’ sessions
  • White goods: up to £400 per household

Funding Themes:Supports projects aligned to:

• • Poverty
  • Mental health and wellbeing
  • Sport and physical wellbeing
  • Disability or life-limiting illness
  • Education and essential skills
  • Diversity and inclusion

Who Can Apply:

• • Open to registered charities (turnover under £1m), schools, community organisations and grassroots groups.
  • Applications are currently accepted from most UK areas except East Yorkshire, Yorkshire Coast and Lincolnshire.

Eligible Expenditure

• • Supports a wide range of costs including essential household items, school uniforms, educational materials, therapy and counselling, sports and play equipment, specialist disability equipment, holiday hunger provision, before/after school clubs, and inclusive projects.